2007 Toyota Camry Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Toyota Camry. Part of Generation 6 (XV40) — 2007–2011.

20062008
Complaints
3,668
per 10K Sold
77.6
US Sales
472,808
Crashes
386
Fires
80
Injuries
250
Fatalities
5
Recalls
7

Worst 2007 Toyota Camry Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1413 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:49,298 mi
Crash-related:110
Fires:6
#2376 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:110,741 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:3
#3293 complaints

Visibility

Avg mileage:63,559 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Toyota Camry.

Unintended Acceleration
413
complaints
Crashes
110
Fires
6
Avg Miles
49,298
Engine Problems
376
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
3
Avg Miles
110,741
Visibility
293
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
63,559
Structural Problems
242
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
60,876
Brakes
228
complaints
Crashes
20
Fires
1
Avg Miles
124,486
Wipers & Visibility
217
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
3
Avg Miles
97,898
Electrical Faults
211
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
30
Avg Miles
87,099
Automatic Transmission
193
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
Avg Miles
12,177
Body Structure
147
complaints
Crashes
13
Fires
9
Avg Miles
94,686
Airbags
111
complaints
Crashes
69
Fires
1
Avg Miles
75,186
Engine & Cooling
94
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
5
Avg Miles
46,058
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
82
complaints
Crashes
20
Fires
1
Avg Miles
25,639
Suspension Failures
76
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
48,992
Steering Defects
74
complaints
Crashes
16
Fires
Avg Miles
60,098
Electronic Stability Control
61
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
103,888
Hydraulic Brakes
61
complaints
Crashes
13
Fires
Avg Miles
48,017
Transmission / Drivetrain
52
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
68,260
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
48
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
2
Avg Miles
39,798
Seat Belt Issues
33
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
88,224
Tire Defects
31
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
43,929
Gasoline Fuel System
27
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
37,822
Headlight/Taillight Failures
22
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
86,181
Fuel System
21
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
115,631
Air Bags:Frontal
17
complaints
Crashes
15
Fires
1
Avg Miles
38,551
Other Equipment
17
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
23,621
Wheel Issues
17
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
63,390
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
4,069
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
10
Avg Miles
95,166
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
4,704

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Recalls for 2007 Toyota Camry

7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~7,000,186 vehicles.

16V396000Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler
~7,749 affected

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

15V689000Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
~1,814,284 affected

Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.

14V743000Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler
~3,233 affected

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

12V491000Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
~2,519,424 affected

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.

10V035000Equipment:other:labels
~271,417 affected

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

10V036000Equipment:other:labels
~153,418 affected

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

10V017000Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
~2,230,661 affected

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 CAMRY, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 COROLLA, COROLLA MATRIX, RAV4, MODEL YEAR 2010 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 SEQUOIA, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 TUNDRA VEHICLES. DUE TO THE MANNER IN WHICH THE FRICTION LEVER INTERACTS WITH THE SLIDING SURFACE OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL INSIDE THE PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY, THE SLIDING SURFACE OF THE LEVER MAY BECOME SMOOTH DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. IN THIS CONDITION, IF CONDENSATION OCCURS ON THE SURFACE, AS MAY OCCUR FROM HEATER OPERATION (WITHOUT A/C) WHEN THE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IS COLD, THE FRICTION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS OPERATED MAY INCREASE, WHICH MAY RESULT IN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECOMING HARDER TO DEPRESS, SLOWER TO RETURN, OR, IN THE WORST CASE, MECHANICALLY STUCK IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION.

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2007 Toyota Camry — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Toyota Camry reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2007 Toyota Camry has 3,668 NHTSA complaints, 386 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Unintended Acceleration with 413 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Toyota Camry?
Top reported problems: Unintended Acceleration (413 complaints, avg 49,298 mi); Engine Problems (376 complaints, avg 110,741 mi); Visibility (293 complaints, avg 63,559 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Toyota Camry?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 71,914 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Toyota Camry?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Toyota Camry include 386 crash-related reports, 80 fire reports, 250 injuries, and 5 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2007 Toyota Camry have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 7,000,186 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2007 Toyota Camry?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2007 Toyota Camry shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Toyota Camry reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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